THE ARTISTRY IN A FRAGRANCE

Paolo and Tiziana Terenzi share insight to their three-generation perfume house, Cereria Terenzi

- ALISON LOH

WITH THE POWER TO EVOKE emotions and memory, a fragrance personalised to one’s liking may go beyond mere olfactory pleasure. Artistry and precise craftsmanship are some of the factors that make up a perfume. And that’s where Cereria Terenzi comes into the picture.

A third-generation Italian perfume house helmed by two siblings, Paolo and Tiziana Terenzi, the brand is renowned for its expertise in the world of artisanal perfumery.

The duo held an intimate session in Kuala Lumpur last month to spread their knowledge in perfumery. And besides sampling the wide range of artisanal fragrances under Cereria Terenzi, guests had the chance to experience the art of fragrance layering.

Kirke is the latest scent under Tiziana Terenzi, inspired by the goddess Circe. It is decadently sweet. What was the thought process for the perfume’s formulation?

Paolo: Crafting Kirke was akin to composing a symphony, where every note was meticulously selected to reflect the transformative essence of the mythical Circe. Our inspiration stemmed from a captivating place just south of Rome, now a Natural Park, known for its breathtaking and historically rich landscape. We were captivated by these persuasive aromas and sought to encapsulate them in a fragrance that transports the wearer to the sensory beauty of this magical locale.

The fragrances within Cereria Terenzi are a work of art. Can you share more of what that means to you?